Paint Prep Laborer

Aerotek; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

Aerotek in Holland, MI is seeking a Paint Department Prep Laborer for a contract-to-hire arrangement. You will train across sandblasting, prep, priming, and painting with wet industrial paint, and move materials using a sit-down forklift.

Responsibilities include surface prep for adhesion, applying primers and wet paint, operating a sit-down forklift, and using RF scanners to track materials. 1st shift: 6:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.; occasional early starts may occur.

Qualifications

• 1 year of forklift experience in an industrial/warehouse environment.
• Ability to learn sandblasting, prep, priming, and wet industrial painting tasks.
• Capable of working in a hot sandblast area.
• Basic understanding of shipping/receiving processes.
• Ability to learn and use RF scanners for material tracking.
• Willing to work 6:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. shift with potential early starts.
• Willingness to rotate weekly through paint department areas.

Responsibilities

• Train and work in all four paint department areas: sandblasting, prep, priming, and painting.
• Perform sandblasting operations following safety procedures.
• Prepare surfaces for painting, ensuring adhesion and finish quality.
• Apply primer and wet industrial paint per specifications.
• Operate a sit-down forklift to move materials between areas.
• Support inventory movement and shipping/receiving tasks as needed.
• Use RF scanners to track materials and verify movement.

Skills

Forklift operation

Sandblasting

Surface prep

Priming & painting

RF scanners

Shipping basics

Team collaboration

Heat tolerance

Tools

RF scanners

FedEx shipping tools

Job description

Job Title: Paint Department Prep Laborer

Job Description

This role supports the paint department by performing sandblasting, surface preparation, priming, and painting using wet industrial paint, while safely moving materials between areas with a sit-down forklift. You will train across all four areas of the department and rotate duties weekly to ensure smooth and efficient production flow.

Responsibilities

• Train and work in all four areas of the paint department, including sandblasting, prep, priming, and painting using wet industrial paint.

• Perform sandblasting operations, following safety procedures and working effectively in a hot environment.

• Prepare surfaces for painting by cleaning, masking, and inspecting materials to ensure proper adhesion and finish quality.

• Apply primer and wet industrial paint according to specifications and quality standards.

• Operate a sit-down forklift to move materials and products safely between each area of the paint department.

• Support inventory movement and organization as materials flow through sandblast, prep, prime, and paint stages.

• Assist with basic shipping and receiving tasks as needed, including handling materials for outbound and inbound orders.

• Use RF scanners to track materials and verify product movement when required.

• Follow established safety guidelines and maintain a clean and orderly work area.

• Work the assigned 1st shift schedule and be available for any required work before the scheduled shift start time.

Essential Skills

• At least 1 year of experience operating a sit-down forklift in an industrial or warehouse environment.

• Ability to learn and perform sandblasting, prep, priming, and wet industrial painting tasks.

• Capability to work in a physically demanding environment, including hot conditions in the sandblast area.

• Basic understanding of shipping and receiving processes.

• Ability to use or learn RF scanners for material tracking.

• Reliability to work 1st shift hours from 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., with flexibility to start earlier if needed.

• Willingness to rotate weekly through different areas of the paint department.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with inventory handling and material movement in a production or warehouse setting.

• Familiarity with shipping carriers such as FedEx.

• Attention to detail to ensure quality in surface preparation and painting.

• Strong commitment to safety and following established procedures.

• Ability to work collaboratively with team members in a production environment.

Why Work Here?

You will join a relaxed workplace with a friendly, supportive atmosphere and a nice, comfortable environment. The culture encourages teamwork, steady learning across multiple areas, and a balanced approach to getting the job done safely and efficiently.

Work Environment

This is a full-time 1st shift role, working from 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., with the possibility of occasional work before the scheduled shift if needed. The position is based in an industrial paint department that includes sandblast, prep, prime, and wet paint areas. The sandblast area can become hot, while the other areas remain more moderate in temperature. You will regularly operate a sit-down forklift and may use RF scanners and shipping tools, including systems related to carriers such as FedEx. The environment is relaxed yet production-focused, with an emphasis on safety, cleanliness, and teamwork. Dress will be appropriate for an industrial setting, with protective gear and safety equipment used as required for sandblasting, painting, and material handling tasks.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Holland, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $23.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Holland,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 23, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.